Mike Gies, Lssbb, Pmp®
About Mike Gies, Lssbb, Pmp®
Mike Gies is a Senior Site Lead at Amazon Logistics, where he focuses on micro-improvements for cost stewardship. He has extensive experience in management and operations, having served in various roles within the United States Air Force and Amazon.
Work at Amazon Logistics
Mike Gies serves as the Senior Site Lead at Amazon Logistics, a position he has held since 2021. He is responsible for overseeing the safety and development of over 500 employees at the largest Amazon Logistics site in Pennsylvania. Gies drives micro-improvements that contribute to large-scale success in cost stewardship. Prior to his current role, he worked as an Operations Manager at Amazon from 2018 to 2020 in West Depford, NJ.
Background in the United States Air Force
Mike Gies has an extensive background in the United States Air Force, where he held various leadership positions. His roles included Deputy Chief of Senior Executive Management from 2014 to 2015, Management/Resource Consultant from 2015 to 2016, and Team Lead for Hospitality Business Operations at Beale AFB, CA from 2010 to 2012. He also served as Manager of Base Hospitality Services and Section Commander in 2013, and as Team Lead for Enterprise Process Improvement from 2017 to 2018.
Education and Expertise
Mike Gies holds a Master of Arts (M.A.) in Human Services with a specialization in Business Administration from Liberty University, which he completed from 2012 to 2014. He earned a Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Business Administration and Management from the United States Air Force Academy between 2006 and 2010. Additionally, he studied Project Management Professional at Syracuse University from 2016 to 2017.
Achievements in Lean Six Sigma
Throughout his career, Mike Gies has led global enterprise projects aimed at enhancing strategic alignment and increasing operational efficiency. He utilizes Lean Six Sigma methodologies to drive improvements within organizations. His enthusiasm for the Toyota Production System emphasizes his focus on improving quality while reducing costs.